Independent druggists seek help

But lawmaker calls for study

12:49 AM,
Jan. 9, 2013

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Independent pharmacies say mail-order and big-box pharmacy deals with insurance plans are killing their business, and they've asked state lawmakers to step in and level the playing field.

But after a lengthy hearing on Tuesday, House Insurance Committee Chairman Gary Chism said current law already appears to address the issue, and he doubts lawmakers will broach it this session. He said revamping laws on such a complex issue could have unintended consequences for consumers, and the state cannot regulate some plans because they come under federal law.